verb as in strong fondness

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claw, pore over

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Example Sentences

Example:During the economic downturn, many workers were clawing to keep their jobs, or potboiling at best.

Definition:To survive by the narrowest of margins; to struggle to maintain existence.

From claw

Example:The editor had to pore over the proofs, potboiling to meet the publication deadline.

Definition:To handle by means of great exertion and effort.

From pore over